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Interconnection and Studies

Site control

Site control is evidence that a project has rights to use the land needed for the proposed facility. Interconnection processes increasingly use site control requirements to filter speculative projects and prioritize ready projects.

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Service entrance

Service entrance is the point where utility power enters the customer facility or customer-owned distribution system. Its ownership boundary, metering, protection, voltage, and physical location affect design responsibility and tariff treatment.

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TIF

Tax Increment Financing uses future incremental tax revenue from a district to fund eligible improvements or development costs. It can support infrastructure but should be evaluated against fiscal impact and overlapping public obligations.

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Entitlement

Entitlement is the set of legal approvals needed to develop and use a site as intended. In data center development, entitlement risk can include zoning, site plan, environmental permits, utility approvals, road improvements, and political acceptance.

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